gutter
3 synonyms for gutter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A channel along the edge of a road or roof that carries away rainwater.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
How to use gutter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
clean the gutters
gutter press
in the gutter
Etymology
From Old French goutiere, based on Latin gutta ("a drop"), since a gutter carries away drops of rainwater.
Full origin of gutter →Frequently asked questions
What does “gutter” mean?
The word “gutter” means a channel along the edge of a road or roof that carries away rainwater. In plain terms, a channel that drains water away — or, figuratively, a degraded, sordid state ("gutter press", "gutter language").
How do you pronounce “gutter”?
“Gutter” is pronounced GUHT-uh (/ˈɡʌt.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gutter” in a sentence?
Here is “gutter” used in a sentence: “Leaves had clogged the gutter, so water was spilling over the edge of the roof.”
What part of speech is “gutter”?
Depending on how it is used, “gutter” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “gutter” come from?
The word “gutter” comes from Latin. From Old French goutiere, based on Latin gutta ("a drop"), since a gutter carries away drops of rainwater.
Is “gutter” a common word?
“Gutter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “gutter” have?
“Gutter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a channel along the edge of a road or roof that carries away rainwater.
